State
73,092 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach Maryland. 8,223 additional recalls listed Maryland specifically in their distribution scope.
Of the 8,223 recalls naming Maryland we have scored against our rubric, 996 (12%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 2,134 (26%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
These figures cover only the 8,223 recalls whose distribution notice names Maryland specifically. The 73,092 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard TOTAL KNEE kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may have loose metal flakes that could detach and enter a patient's surgical site, causing local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical recalls Halyard Pacemaker Drape surgical instruments because metal flakes may detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. Loose metal fragments could enter surgical sites undetected and cause local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard CPT surgical convenience kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may shed small metal flakes that could contaminate surgical sites. No illnesses have been reported.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard Anterior Hip Pack surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may have loose metal flakes that could detach, enter a patient's surgical site undetected, and cause local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard OR Endovascular Tray surgical kits due to loose metal flakes that could detach from forceps and clamps and potentially enter the surgical site.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard ORAL SURGERY HEAD medical convenience kits (Model SAMM029-15) due to potential loose metal flakes that could detach from forceps and clamps and enter the surgical site, posing risk of local or foreign body reactions.
The Metrix Company is recalling SECURE 100 mL empty EVA containers for IV use due to leaking discovered during filling. Approximately 2,229 cases were distributed to healthcare facilities in the US and Canada.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard Open Heart Pack Main surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may contain loose metal flakes that could detach and enter a patient's surgical site.
The Metrix Company is recalling SECURE 50 mL EVA containers used for intravenous fluid administration because a limited number of pouches have been found to leak during filling. Affected products were distributed nationwide and to Canada.
Stryker has recalled over 1.1 million Neptune SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencils due to potential unintended activation that may cause electrical burns to patients and surgical staff. The device may activate without user input or remain active after buttons are released.
AVID Medical recalls Halyard Extremity Pack surgical instruments (model MMOK009-03) because small metal flakes may detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps and enter patients' surgical sites. No injuries have been reported.
The Metrix Company is recalling Imed EVA 500 mL IV bags because a limited number have been found to leak during filling. Affected lots were distributed nationwide in the U.S. and Canada.
Stryker Corporation is recalling 21,490 Neptune SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencils due to risk of unintended activation that could cause electrical burns. The device may activate without user input or remain active after buttons are released.
The Metrix Company is recalling CORMIX 150 mL empty IV fluid containers due to leakage found during filling, which could compromise the integrity of intravenous fluids.
Medline is recalling 69,611 single-use iris scissors because the tip protector may fall off during packaging, compromising the sterile barrier. Affected units were distributed nationwide to 20 states.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard MANIFOLD CATH PACK medical convenience kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may shed metal flakes that could contaminate surgical sites.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard ENT T and A Pack surgical kits nationwide due to loose metal flakes in sponge forceps and towel clamps that may contaminate surgical sites.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard BASIC PROCEDURE PACK surgical instrument kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may contain loose metal flakes that could enter a patient's surgical site and cause local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard TOTAL KNEE surgical kits (Model EUOR002-05) because sponge forceps and towel clamps may shed small metal flakes that could contaminate surgical sites and cause reactions.
Halyard ENDOVASCULAR Model VMED008-02 surgical convenience kits are recalled due to potential loose metal flakes in sponge forceps and towel clamps. These flakes could enter a surgical site and cause local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard Upper Extremity Pack surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may shed small metal flakes. These flakes could enter a patient's surgical site, potentially causing local or foreign body reactions.
The MEERA CL surgical operating table may fail to respond when error code 50037 occurs on its IR-Hand Control, causing the table to stop moving during procedures and resulting in procedural delays.
The FDA is recalling Imed EVA BAG IV bags after a limited number were found to leak during filling. The affected bags were distributed nationwide and in Canada.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard VA lumbar laminectomy surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may have loose metal flakes that could detach and enter a patient's surgical site.
Siemens Healthcare is recalling certain IMMULITE 2000 PSA assay diagnostic kits because they do not perform as claimed for high-concentration samples used on IMMULITE 2000 analyzers.